Program Outcomes

To enhance the ability of secondary teachers to incorporate the scientific, economic, social and legal aspects of environmental problems into the school curriculum

To present up-to-date concepts and technology in the areas of environmental compliance and pollution management, and public health and safety for workers and the general community

To instill in teachers and other graduate students the concept that the best approach to teaching and learning environmental science involves hands-on activities in scientific research through laboratory and field experiences, and through the use of appropriate computer and instrumental technologies

To provide a firm foundation concerning the nature of the scientific method to define problems, gather relevant information, analyze data and consider critically the status of the information relative to the original question